Assistant Professor - Zoology Jobs in Chennai Arts and Science College

📋 Job Description

Jobzi is sourcing qualified candidates for Assistant Professor - Zoology positions in Chennai private arts and science colleges. This role is with a self-financing arts and science college affiliated to the University of Madras or another recognized Tamil Nadu university, offering a stable academic career with NAAC-accredited quality standards and faculty development support.

📌 Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Zoology subjects including Cell Biology, Genetics, Animal Physiology, Ecology, and Evolutionary Biology
• Conduct Zoology laboratory practicals covering dissection, slide preparation, microscopy, and specimen observation
• Teach Biotechnology, Microbiology allied papers, and Environmental Science to Zoology students
• Guide students in Zoology project work, field studies, nature camps, and museum specimen studies
• Evaluate laboratory records, practical examinations, and internal assessment papers
• Maintain Zoology museum specimens, dissection kits, and microscopy slides
• Participate in wildlife conservation awareness programmes, field trips, and biodiversity studies

🎓 Qualifications and Requirements

• M.Sc. Zoology from a recognized university with UGC NET or SET
• Ph.D. in Zoology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Aquaculture, Entomology, or Wildlife Biology preferred
• 0 - 6 Years of Zoology teaching experience; freshers with NET/SET eligible
• Strong knowledge of Animal Kingdom classification, physiology, and life cycles
• Proficiency in dissection techniques, microscopy, and laboratory specimen preparation
• Ability to organize field trips, nature camps, and environmental study programmes
• Research interest in wildlife, aquatic ecology, entomology, or molecular biology preferred

✅ Required Skills